Year: 2017
Receiving a Long Term Disability denial letter can cause stress, anxiety and frustration. It is very confusing; you are in pain or suffering greatly from an illness and cannot believe the insurance company would deny you. After all you paid into this policy for many years. The financial assistance you expected to receive from the […]
Receiving a denial letter from a long-term disability insurance provider doesn’t mean the end. Receiving a denial letter can be devastating, confusing and frustrating. You are not alone. Reasons for Denial Letters from Insurance Companies Many people with legitimate claims receive denial letters from their insurance company. Here are a few common ones: Not having […]
After a pickup truck was stolen from a Vancouver dealership and subsequently involved in several serious accidents, the dealership faced charges — and was found partially at fault in the subsequent lawsuit. What happened, and what does this mean for the victims of auto accidents with unusual circumstances, such as theft at a dealership? How […]
Over the summer, the BC Automobile Association undertook a survey of drivers to determine driver habits at roadside construction zones. The study unleashed some disturbing results, suggesting that roadside workers continue to face danger from distracted, speeding motorists. Increased Risk of Accidents in Construction Zones Between July 13 and July 19, 2017, the BCAA polled […]
Mopeds and scooters are one way to save money on transportation costs and reduce your carbon footprint. But before hitting the roads, you need to familiarize yourself with laws regarding limited-speed motorcycles (LSM) and learn how to operate them legally in British Columbia. Is It Legal to Drive Scooters and Mopeds In BC? It is […]
If you are interested in hitchhiking in BC start by understanding the rules of the road. While hitchhiking is not illegal, there are several instances where you could be arrested for the practice. To help you avoid legal issues as a BC hitchhiker we have created a helpful guide outlining the basic practices for requesting […]
To say that a car accident can be an emotionally harrowing experience is something of an understatement. After the accident itself has occurred and you’ve made sure that everyone involved has received any necessary medical treatment, there are still a number of important steps that need to come next. When you’re overcome with emotions and […]
Car accidents are on the rise in British Columbia, much to the dismay of drivers everywhere. There were 260,000 car accidents in British Columbia in 2011, according to a study conducted by ICBC. By 2015, that number had increased to 300,000 – bringing the 5-year average up to a harrowing 270,000 incidents annually. One of […]
Listen to the interview above or read the full transcript below. Announcer: … with Dave Sheldon. Dave Sheldon: Manjot Hallen, my guest from Warnett Hallen LLP. Also, he’s part of the Liberal Party of Canada. He’s the president here of the BC Chapter Liberal Party of Canada. Manjot, I said before the break, from a […]
ICBC What to Do After a Crash One of the most unfortunate things about car accidents is that you can’t plan for them – they occur when you least expect them. In the event that you do find yourself in this type of stressful situation, it’s important to understand what essential steps you have to […]